Tinea Versicolor

**Definition:** A common chronic, noninflammatory and usually symptomless disorder, characterized by the occurrence of multiple macular patches of all sizes and shapes, and varying in pigmentation from fawn-colored to brown. It is seen most frequently in hot, humid, tropical regions and is mostly caused by MALASSEZIA FURFUR (formerly Pityrosporum orbiculare).

**Tree numbers:** - C01.150.703.302.860 - C01.800.200.860 - C17.800.838.208.941

**Synonyms:** - Pityrosporum orbiculare Infection - Malassezia furfur Infection - Pityriasis Versicolor